Have you experience working within events or conference planning, coordination and project management Are you looking for a role with occasional UK and overseas travel to attend events that you produce Are you passionate about creating and delivering world-class business events and have the capability to plan and coordinate the event from conception to onsite set up
If so, this is a great opportunity with a local business who requires an additional team member to join a very busy, supportive, successful team.
Responsibilities
Manage projects from concept to delivery, including onsite at UK and overseas events.
Collaborate across teams to drive promotion, sponsorship and delegate acquisition.
Research and develop cutting-edge conference programmes.
Secure top-tier speakers and key stakeholders fostering strong relationships.
Innovate new themes and identify future opportunities alongside our supporting associations and advisory boards.
Manage all conference operations on time and within budget.
Skills and Experience
Proven project management with high level of attention to detail and multitasking ability.
Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Self-motivated team player with a proactive, can-do attitude.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; second language and driving licence desirable.
Willingness to travel internationally.
Working Hours
8.30am – 17.00pm Monday to Friday – Office based
(NOTE - Due to nature of role flexibility will be required when attending events)
Salary and Reward
Competitive salary £30,000 - £32,000 DOE
6.6 weeks annual leave + Christmas close-down
Incentive schemes, pension, wellbeing programme
Additional perks: cycle-to-work, eyecare plan, death-in-service cover
Career development, training, and international networking opportunities